Overview

• Jonathan Kuminga is a restricted free agent who can be matched by the Warriors but is expected to be moved via a sign-and-trade rather than matched on a large offer sheet.
• League sources indicate the Brooklyn Nets are not planning an offer sheet but remain open to multi-team sign-and-trade discussions that could secure Kuminga a four-year deal elsewhere.
• The Warriors lack a true starting center and have explored a blockbuster proposal for Kristaps Porzingis that would send young assets and expiring contracts to Boston.
• Owner Joe Lacob has voiced confidence in Kuminga’s talent, while GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. has called for further conversations on his role and contract.
• Coach Steve Kerr views Kuminga as a Shawn Marion–style defender but doubts his perimeter shooting complements the current lineup of Curry, Butler and Green.